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The photographers of The Granite Tower (GT) interpreted “take the reins” in their own unique ways; about taking control of one’s own life as a curious, wide-eyed young person or college student, as well as taking inspiration from the literal meaning of “take the reins” – the reins of a horse. We hop
PHOTO ESSAY
The Photography Department
2024.04.01 15:38
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"Here be dragons” is a phrase that echoes the sentiment of bracing for a future path riddled with unexpected difficulties. Each of the photography department members interpreted the theme in their unique ways. The first one is a rarity — beautiful portrait photography that depicts inner turmoil and
PHOTO ESSAY
The Photography Department
2024.03.13 01:36
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The year 2023 has undoubtedly been a rollercoaster ride for many. As we approach the year’s end, the Photography Department of The Granite Tower (GT) invites readers to hang in there together, united in the anticipation of a brighter tomorrow.Dang Tran Minh SonSociety often decides what are the best
PHOTO ESSAY
The Photography Department
2023.12.03 19:27
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The 2023 Annual Ko-Yon Games were a testament to the enduring spirit of camaraderie that has defined the historic college “rivalry,” as it showcased the unbreakable bond between the players and their supporters, and the undeniable spirit of perseverance. For the November issue of The Granite Tower (
PHOTO ESSAY
The Photography Department
2023.11.03 20:24
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Life is like a fishing expedition, a thrilling and unpredictable adventure waiting to be fully experienced. For the October issue of The Granite Tower (GT), the Photography Department reporters cast their nets wide, capturing the essence of moments that truly hooked their hearts.Jung HaineWhen are w
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The Photography Department
2023.10.06 20:39
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Life is like a sunrise, a precious and ever-unfolding masterpiece waiting to be embraced. For the September issue, the Photography Department of The Granite Tower (GT) captured their own interpretations of “rise and shine,” from the serenity of untouched landscapes to the bustling energy of city str
PHOTO ESSAY
The Photography Department
2023.09.01 22:43
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Television and films are not the only places cliffhangers exist. In fact, cliffhangers lurk in every corner of our lives, from something as dull as waiting in line, to something as stressful as job applications. Basically, nobody can know for certain the next stages that life has to offer, and this
PHOTO ESSAY
The Photography Department
2023.06.06 16:11
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Now and then, the most trivial events in life stir up problems or emotions, yet people often fail to see the bigger picture. For the May issue of the The Granite Tower (GT), the Photography Department took a step back from their surroundings to define their very own “storms in a teacup,” shining a l
PHOTO ESSAY
The Photography Department
2023.05.01 17:52
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How can one see eye to eye on a daily basis? Needless to say, there is no manual on how to achieve this goal, but one can start by examining their surroundings. This is what the Photo Division of The Granite Tower (GT) has done for the April issue, capturing moments of compassion and controversy in
PHOTO ESSAY
The Photography Department
2023.04.02 22:40
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Change is an inevitable part of who we are. It helps us to grow, stay motivated, and learn from our mistakes. Yet, because it is so prevalent in our everyday lives, it is easy to miss those precious moments of change in our lives. For the March issue, the Photo Division of The Granite Tower (GT) cap
PHOTO ESSAY
The Photography Department
2023.04.02 22:29
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Life is a never-ending continuum of decisions and dilemmas that we are expected to navigate through. Yet just like the myth of Sisyphus pushing up the boulder only to have it roll down again and again, we must assume that some satisfaction – some enlightenment, perhaps – should come from this monoto
PHOTO ESSAY
The Photo Division
2022.10.03 13:53
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It’s surprising how underestimated the value of reflection is. Indeed, in such a fast-paced, demanding society, dwelling on the past may be considered retroactive, unproductive, and even indolent. However, if our identities are nothing but the accumulation of past experiences, a throwback to who we
PHOTO ESSAY
The Photo Division
2022.09.21 18:10
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Be it trivial or long term, one always sets a goal. However, the journey of meeting this goal is often met with adversities that might lead to a possible failure. Even if one tries their hardest, fate will not always on their side, leading them to give up halfway. Nevertheless, despite such adversit
PHOTO ESSAY
The Photo Division
2022.06.07 02:43
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“Success” is what all people strive to achieve throughout life. Although everyone has their own definition and standards as to what constitutes “success,” it is the universal goal. However, in order to reach the epitome, one needs to leap forward by grabbing the opportunities that appear on this jou
PHOTO ESSAY
The Photo Division
2022.05.02 03:09
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Life is like a snowball. To build a snowball, one begins gathering small amounts of snow. Then, as the ball rolls on the ground, it gathers more snow, creating an enlarged snowball. Similarly in life, derived from human desire, people’s actions and efforts accumulate, bringing either positive or neg
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Photo Division
2022.04.02 18:08
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The beginning of a year has different meanings for each person. For some, it might be a chance to reset and create new expectations and goals, but for others, it might just be another day in life. However, one aspect that unites both groups is that life is plagued with unavoidable responsibilities,
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Photo Division
2022.02.28 22:02
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2021 is already heading to its final destination, and as the theater’s old curtain closes, a new one opens. We, the protagonists, strived through a harsh expedition though often halted by obstacles and deserve a good round of applause with a warm hug to compensate for the endeavor we have been throu
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Photo Division
2021.12.02 20:30
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"When the night is cloudy there is still a light that shines on me, shinin' until tomorrow, let it be.” The famous song lyric from The Beatles reminds us that the quality of being able to let go of sorrow and pain will eventually make us move on to the next step, much like how This too shall pass wo
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Photo Division
2021.11.08 00:58
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This month, the Photo Division team searched for some triumphant moments around us. In a society where humility is a basic quality to success, our self-esteem often makes us forget that we were great people ourselves. We looked for things that literally explain themselves to be sovereign through pho
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Photo Division
2021.10.01 16:00
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When thought about, everyone would have a specific moment they desperately wish to be removed from their memory. It may be a heartbreaking story, or rather a ludicrous scene. Thus, entering a clean slate is like accepting change within oneself. For the September issue, our Photo Division team reinte
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Photo Division
2021.09.04 15:04